Open-ended resources are beneficial in our learning environment to encourage creativity and imagination, develop fine and gross motor skills, provide choice for tamariki and to develop early numeracy, amongst other things.
Loose part play is valued at Buttercups Preschool, where kaiako intentionally present provocations to inspire children's curiosity and discovery, as they explore a range of materials in either a group or individually. We offer age appropriate open-ended resources for both the nursery and preschool, including a range of heuristic play items we offer in a treasure basket. Do your children surprise you when preferring a cardboard box or similar to play with, rather than a toy? #buttercupspreschool_dallington